September 8 national days 2026
On September 8th, 6 national days fall on this date.
September 8 is a date on the 2026 national-day calendar. TheDayOf currently lists 6 observances for this date: National Ants on a Log Day, National Literacy Awareness Day, National Iguana Awareness Day, National Football Day, Star Trek Day, and International Literacy Day. Open any day page for the date, history, and how to celebrate, or browse the rest of September from the month hub.
National Ants on a Log Day
National Ants on a Log Day is often listed on the second Tuesday in September — September 8 in 2026 — for celery sticks with peanut butter…
National Literacy Awareness Day
Celebrate the power of reading and writing on National Literacy Awareness Day! Literacy is fundamental to personal growth, education, and…
National Iguana Awareness Day
Learn about these fascinating reptiles on National Iguana Awareness Day! Iguanas are popular exotic pets, but they require specialized care…
National Football Day
Huddle up and celebrate America's most popular sport on National Football Day! From the NFL to college football, Friday night lights to…
Star Trek Day
Star Trek Day on September 8 marks the 1966 premiere of Star Trek: The Original Series on NBC. It is a fan-and-studio anniversary, not a…
International Literacy Day
Read for change! International Literacy Day highlights the importance of literacy as a human right. Support literacy programs, donate…